Word Type

Noun

The word "hoodlum" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

hoodlumish hoodlumize hoodlumry

Etymologically Related To

em huddle

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

criminal crook felon malefactor outlaw

Related Terms

gangster hired rough thug violent youth

Synonym Network

hood

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